What counts as an independent sixth forms option in Bristol?

These pages use the Independent sector in the live school data, which typically includes fee-paying schools and other privately run institutions.

Can I compare independent and state sixth forms in Bristol?

Yes. Use this page for the independent subset, then return to the main Bristol hub to compare the wider market including state-funded options.

Do independent sixth forms in Bristol appear on the map too?

Yes. The map section uses the same filtered school set as the ranking list, so you can review location and nearby alternatives without leaving the page.

Best Independent Sixth Forms in Bristol

Compare independent sixth forms with A-level rankings, inspection outcomes and local area views. This page currently lists 7 schools in Bristol. Schools featured here include Redmaids' High School, Bristol Grammar School and Badminton School.

Key Performance Metrics for Bristol

% students achieving A*/A grades at A-Level

Bristol28%

England25%

% students achieving A*/A/B grades at A-Level

Bristol52%

England50%

Average Oxbridge rank (lower is better)

Bristol#1205

England#1346

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Bristol7.2/10

England7.7/10

% students achieving A*/A grades at A-Level

Bristol

28%vsEngland

25%

% students achieving A*/A/B grades at A-Level

Bristol

52%vsEngland

50%

Average Oxbridge rank (lower is better)

Bristol

#1205vsEngland

#1346

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Bristol

7.2/10vsEngland

7.7/10

Top schools in Bristol

Showing 1-7 of 7 schools

Redmaids' High School
Westbury-on-Trym
Bristol Grammar School
Clifton
Badminton School
Westbury-on-Trym
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital
Clifton
Collegiate School
Stapleton
Clifton College
Clifton
Clifton High School
Clifton